A 63-year-old man from Liverpool has been arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a female patient at Whiston Hospital in Merseyside, police confirmed. The incident occurred just before 4am on Friday, prompting an immediate response from law enforcement.
Incident Details
The victim reported the alleged assault to hospital staff, who alerted authorities. Merseyside Police arrived at the scene and took the suspect into custody. He remains in police custody for questioning. Police cars were seen outside the hospital following the incident, according to the Liverpool Echo.
Police Response
Merseyside Police have launched an investigation into the alleged attack. A spokesperson said, 'We are treating this matter with the utmost seriousness and are supporting the victim. The suspect is in custody, and inquiries are ongoing.' The hospital has not yet issued a statement regarding the incident.
Ongoing Investigation
The victim is receiving support from specialist officers. The investigation is in its early stages, and police are urging anyone with information to come forward. This is a developing story, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
